Events

Who: Nickolas Butler in conversation with Shannon Horton What: an evening celebrating his new novel, A Forty Year Kiss Where: Pulpit Rock Brewing When: Monday, 6/2 at 7:00pm Join Wisconsin author Nickolas Butler (A Forty Year Kiss) and Shannon Horton, local school librarian, on Monday, June 2nd, at 7:00pm in the Pulpit Rock Brewing events […]

Decorah Public Library and ArtHaus are holding two Coffee and Creativity programs in May. This series is designed to help build community while being creative. Participants can make simple craft projects while chatting over coffee from 10-11:30 AM on the first and third Tuesdays of the month. The sessions will be led by ArtHaus instructors. […]

Decorah Public Library and ArtHaus are holding two Coffee and Creativity programs in May. This series is designed to help build community while being creative. Participants can make simple craft projects while chatting over coffee from 10-11:30 AM on the first and third Tuesdays of the month. The sessions will be led by ArtHaus instructors. […]

Grieving is hard, but you don’t have to do it alone. Join us for quarterly programming featuring education and support around topics related to grief.  Our June 3 topic is “Making Meaning and Finding Hope.”   We never “get over” the death of someone important, but we can find a lot of value in making […]

Join Winneshiek County Conservation for an Introduction to Kayaking & Canoeing at Lake Meyer Park on Thursday, June 5th, from 2:00-4:00 pm. We will learn basic water safety, paddling techniques, and kayaking/canoeing skills. This class is designed with beginning paddlers in mind. Registration is required as materials are limited. Open to ages 10 and older. […]

Join us at Pulpit Rock Brewing Company for a boot stomping good time! Gayle will teach five dances and take requests. $5.00 cover

Short Description:Patterson Creek field day for growers and landowners Description: Join Trout Unlimited for this 3 hour event where growers and landowners can learn more about cost share programs and how they can benefit your lands and operations. There is no fee for this event and drinks and snacks will be provided.    Learn about […]

It’s a dog! It’s a man! It’s Dog Man! Decorah Public Library and Decorah Parks and Rec are teaming up to present a movie in Will Baker Park! Bring your blankets, lawn chairs, and bug spray, and enjoy this laugh out loud movie with the whole family!  Dog Man (PG): When a police officer and […]

Seed Savers Exchange Virtual Conference Series June 6, 2025 – The Present Embark on a journey through time at our virtual conference series “Growing Together: Past, Present, and Future” on Zoom over three days. Day two, “Growing Together: The Present,” will be dedicated to exploring the current landscape of seed technology, breeding projects, and the […]

Join other paddlers for a daylong river adventure down the Upper Iowa on June 7. This “5K on the water” is for padders of all skill levels. Two race-lengths offered: the long-course (34 miles) and the short-course (11 miles). Want to make a weekend out of it? Free camping at race headquarters – Pine Bluff […]

Winneshiek County Conservation will host the annual Stan Shevik Family Fishing Clinic on Saturday, June 7th at Lake Meyer Park and Campground. The clinic will be held from 8:30 am-12:00 pm with optional fishing time 12:00-1:00 pm. The free clinic is open to all ages and is a great opportunity to introduce new anglers to […]

Show starts at 7:00 PM. Doors open at 6:00 PM TicketsGeneral Admission – $25VIP – $30 – Limited quantity available. A fan favorite for young and old, embodying the spirit of Elvis while paying tribute to the King himself. “Joseph Hall, born in 1984 has been paying tribute to the legacy of Elvis Presley since […]

Join this webinar for the first presentations in Vesterheim’s series of cross-cultural webinars exploring bandweaving from multiple cultural perspectives. Join weaver and Sámi culture bearer Laurel Sanders to discover the art of Sámi bandweaving, a traditional craft that weaves together history, culture, and intricate design. In the webinar Laurel will be sharing some history and […]

South Bear Pottery School is of direct lineage to the Bauhaus, Marguerite Wildenhain, and Pond Farm; this program implements the same forms and traditions passed down from that lineage. We offer hands-on experiences that connect art, nature, and community. Learn to make pots in the European guild tradition. This program includes high-quality instruction by South […]

South Bear Pottery School is of direct lineage to the Bauhaus, Marguerite Wildenhain, and Pond Farm; this program implements the same forms and traditions passed down from that lineage. We offer hands-on experiences that connect art, nature, and community. Learn to make pots in the European guild tradition. This program includes high-quality instruction by South […]

Join Decorah Public Library for Hammocks and Books! In this bring-your-own-book style program, we will lounge in the shade with our favorite reads together. It’s as simple as that!   What to bring: Your current read, a hammock or blanket if you have one. The library has hammocks, but space will be limited!  Contact snall@decorahlibrary.org with […]

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Tavlebragd is an iconic overshot weave structure where a pattern weft floats over a ground of plain weave cloth. In the U.S., we often think of it as the Monk’s Belt motif, which consists of blocks of flowers framed by vertical stripes. However, this block weave technique has a wealth of pattern possibilities. In this class, […]

Decorah Public Library is pleased to announce the return of the Mikayla Oz Magic Show! Mikayla Oz’s all-new 40-minute Family Magic Show is packed with fresh magic, interactive moments, and laugh-out-loud comedy. It’s designed to make it feel like the kids are the ones making the magic happen! The show is high-energy, family-friendly, and features […]

Join us for the Second Friday Program at the Senior Citizen Hospitality Center on June 13 th at 1:30 PM (806 River Street in Decorah). According to the FBI, Scams targeting individuals aged 60 and older caused over $3.4 billion in losses in 2023—an increase of approximately 11% from the year prior. The average victim […]

ACT testing is scheduled on the Luther campus. Register for ACT testing  

Join us for live music by Brennan Henry at the Decorah Farmers Market this Saturday morning! Brennan will be performing on banjo and guitar. Can’t make it in person? Get a preview with these two songs from a living room recording that Brennan and Brad (Decorah Now) filmed this spring.   Brennan on Clawhammer Banjo […]

Let’s get this party started with a playlist of kid-approved tunes, spun live by DJ Bigstinkies! Bring your energy and your best dance moves to this fun-filled dance party, perfect for kids and families!  What to expect: An hour of dancing and fun party games! Juice boxes will be available. This will likely be a […]

Join for Lawn Chair Night Thursday, June 19 on Washington Street, right outside of Impact Coffee featuring Too Old Cat! Special thanks to Decorah Pride for sponsoring the evening. The charm is in the simplicity: bring a lawn chair (or a blanket), find a patch of grass or a stretch of sidewalk, and settle in […]

Acoustic music Jam at the Turkey River Cultural Center in Ridgeway, (in the old Ridgeway elementary school at 435 County St., in Ridgeway) Beginners slow jam from 11-noon.  Potluck at noon.  Regular jam from 1-4 pm New Jammers are welcome.  $5 donation appreciated. 

Playing a show at Pulpit Rock for Pride month! Had such a great time playing there last time and excited to be back. Hope you can make it! Admission is $15 suggested donation 🙂 

Dr. Maren Johnson, Luther College’s Associate Professor of Nordic Studies and Torgerson Center for Nordic Studies Director, facilitates a monthly bokprat, discussing Scandinavian authors and Scandinavian life. Join us in June for a discussion of The Memoirs of Stockholm Sven by Nathaniel Miller.  In 1916, Sven Ormson leaves his restless life in Stockholm to seek adventure in Svalbard, […]

Join for Lawn Chair Night Thursday, June 26 on Washington Street, right outside of INSIDE (due to weather) Impact Coffee — featuring High Strung & Fretless! This Lawn Chair Night is the annual “Family Fun Night” in partnership with Decorah Public Library… showcasing activities and ideas to do with your family all summer long. The […]

The Landing Market is celebrating its 5th anniversary with “Dreaming of a Place to Land,” a daylong celebration, on Sat., June 28, 7:30 am- 9 pm. It includes: Food & drink specials Giveaways & prizes Kids’ Activities Ronnie’s Rolls Twisted (balloons) by Mariann 11 am-1 pm Live music — Sleeping Bones Allison in concert 6-8 pm […]

Who: Daria Lavelle in conversation with Sarah Krammen What: a morning celebrating her debut novel, Aftertaste Where: T-Bock’s Upstairs When: Saturday, 6/28 at 11:00am Author Daria Lavelle will be joined by Sarah Krammen, event coordinator for the Oneota Valley Literary Foundation, for an engaging conversation around her debut novel, Aftertaste, followed by a book signing […]

In this 2 hour class, participants will learn the basics of 3D printing, such as slicing, calibration, wall thickness, infill strategies, support building, and more! Each class will feature a themed demo and model.  18 , limited to 6 students. June 28 – Knit Cat July 26 – Mini Robot Arm August 30 – Spooky […]